1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 AC Aceca
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2002 AC Aceca | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 2400 | Aceca |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |